Stylists and Editors Agree—These 12 Masks Will Revive Even the Most Damaged Hair

If you’re looking to get the best hair of your life, there’s one product you should be sure to include in your routine: a hair mask. Anyone can use a hair mask—it doesn’t matter what texture your hair is or how much damage it has. In fact, hair masks are essential for getting healthy, bouncy, and soft hair. Think of a hair mask as a DIY spa treatment for your hair.

Hair masks get a bad rap for being super thick. “When people hear ‘hair mask,’ the general conception is of a heavy and deep conditioning product,” says Fekkai SoHo colorist Lorik Rockefeller. “[Because of] that, a lot of people, especially the ones with finer hair, tend to avoid them.” But hair masks come in all different consistencies for all different hair textures and densities.

Using a hair mask helps you maintain your haircut a bit longer, ward off split ends, and repair and prevent damage. Whether you want to improve the health of your hair or give your strands some major TLC, there’s a hair mask out there for every hair type, texture, concern, and price point.

How To Choose a Hair Mask

Once you’ve decided to add a hair mask into your routine, the tough part is choosing which one to add. Look for hydrating ingredients like jojoba oil, marula oil, and shea butter. Keep an eye out for phrases like bond-building and repairing, as these masks target split ends and damaged hair. If your scalp is more sensitive, you may want to avoid fragrances whenever possible.

I spoke with stylists and Who What Wear beauty editors to find the best hair masks. Keep reading to find the hair mask that’s right for you.

The Best Hair Masks, Listed

• Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
• Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector
• Briogeo Be Gentle, Be Kind Avocado + Kiwi Mega Moisture Superfoods Hair Mask
• Fekkai Super Strength+ Mask
• Unite 7seconds Masque
• Originals by Africa’s Best Olive & Shea Deep Conditioner Masque
• Hair Rituel by Sisley Restructuring Nourishing Balm
• Unite Re:Unite Treatment
• JVN Nurture Intense Hydration Hair Mask
• Amika Soulfood Nourishing Hair Mask
• Christophe Robin Shade Variation Mask
• K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

Best Overall: Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask

This article was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated.